Hanoi, Vietnam’s vibrant capital, is either the starting or finishing point for travelers in the country as most people travel north to south or south to north. It’s a bustling city full of backpackers and travelers with a lot to see and do — none of which will break the bank. Hanoi is filled with […]
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The Best Walking Tours in Paris
Last Updated: 11/21/23 | November 21st, 2023 I love visiting Paris. I’ve been going there for over nine years and have yet to tire of the history, the charm, or the food (and wine!). Over the years, I’ve taken a million different tours of this amazing city to learn more about what makes it tick. […]
Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide
Ho Chi Minh City (formerly known as Saigon, though all the locals still call it that) is the largest (and most chaotic city) in Vietnam. Motorbikes, bicycles, cars, and rickshaws go wherever they please, and lots of street stands and markets spill into the traffic lanes. It’s a city with a billion things happening at […]
That Time I Went to Portugal and Fell Madly in Love With It
Posted: 09/24/12 | September 24th, 2012 They say you just know when you’re in love. That this feeling of certainty comes over you, that it gets into your bones and changes you completely. While I’ve never been in love, that’s a feeling I’ve experienced before. I remember the moment I walked out of the metro […]
The Truth About Meeting Locals Abroad
So many travelers want the local experience when they go abroad, but meeting locals is not as easy as it’s often made out to be. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible! In this post, I show you how to overcome the difficulty of meeting locals so that you can make new friends from around the world!
And Then, I Didn’t Move to Stockholm…
Posted: 08/13/2012 | August 13th, 2012 Remember how I’ve been talking about moving to Sweden since the beginning of the year? Remember when I moved to Stockholm last month? Even though it was only going to be for a few months, I was very excited to relocate to Sweden. I mean, it’s beautiful, it’s clean, […]
12 Things Every Person Who Wants to Travel with Their Dog Should Know
Last Updated: 02/08/20 | February 8th, 2020 This is a guest post from Candy Pilar Godoy, who blogs about pet travel at Boogie The Pug. She travels the world with her pug, Boogie, and her tiny chihuahua, Marcelo. She’s here to tell you how you can do the same with your dog! Many people assume […]
Interview with Thomas Kohnstamm – Do Travel Writers Go to Hell?
Published: 6/18/2008 | June 18th, 2008 A few months ago, a book came out came out that swept the travel writing world. Do Travel Writers Go to Hell? caused a lot of controversy with its depiction of guidebook writing. Lonely Planet even had to issue special statements to reassure users that its books were accurate. […]
Is Georgia Safe to Visit?
Last Updated: 9/4/23 | September 4th, 2023 In recent years, there have been a handful of countries that have emerged as exciting up-and-coming travel destinations. These are destinations that are affordable, interesting, unique, and most importantly, free from the hordes of tourists that have clogged the cultural arteries of cities like Barcelona, Amsterdam, and Venice. […]
Canyon Swinging in Cairns: Conquering My Fear of Heights
Last Updated: 10/2/20 | October 2nd, 2020 I hate heights. Really hate heights. It’s something a lot of people find ironic considering how often I fly. But anyone who has flown with me before knows that I’m a bit of a nervous flier. Any bump in the air and I grab onto the seat until […]
Canada Road Trip: A One Month Suggested Itinerary
Posted: 11/19/20 | November 19th, 2020 Spanning 9,306km (5,780 miles) and six time zones, Canada is the second-largest country in the world. It’s home to rugged coastlines, vast prairies, dense boreal forests, towering mountain ranges, and upwards of two million lakes. But what makes Canada special is its people. It’s a place that embraces its […]
Hungary Travel Guide
Hungary is one of the many underrated gems of Europe. Compared to pricey Western Europe, Hungary offers incredible value. It boasts beautiful landscapes, rich history, hearty food, and affordable nightlife (Budapest is one of the best nightlife spots on the continent). You’ll also find fewer crowds, cheaper prices, beautiful national parks, historic city centers, and […]